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Guesthouse Soi

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Ideally located just a 10-minute walk from the iconic Kiyomizu-dera Temple, Guesthouse Soi offers various rooms including private Japanese-style rooms and dormitory rooms.

M
Marco
From
Netherlands
Staff was extremely friendly and helpful in giving travel suggestions. The atmosphere in the place is lovely, clean, cozy and comfortable. Exceptionally good breakfast with super fresh fruit and Jam!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 1,251 reviews
Price from
US$64.75
1 night, 2 adults

初音(はつね)

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located within 1.2 km of TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.4 km of Gion Shijo Station, 初音(はつね) provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

M
Matus
From
Denmark
Very well located, close to the station, public baths pretty much right next door. Extremely helpful and pleasant owner. Spacious, clean rooms. Just a lovely stay.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 644 reviews
Price from
US$201.40
1 night, 2 adults

Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 雅 is a recently renovated accommodation, which provides soundproof rooms. The air-conditioned accommodation is less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station.

T
Tara
From
Australia
Great place to stay! Excellent location, lovely rooms and very helpful staff. The staff were very friendly and helped where we needed. The futons were great. Bathrooms were excellent and the laundry facilities very helpful. Terrific place to stay in Kyoto. Very close to convenience stores, restaurants, shops and transport.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 248 reviews
Price from
US$110.08
1 night, 2 adults

KéFU stay & lounge

Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto

Situated in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine and 3 km from the centre, KéFU stay & lounge features air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

M
Mohler
From
Mexico
I came to Kyoto for Aikido practice.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 411 reviews
Price from
US$80.58
1 night, 2 adults

Kyo-Anthu Inn

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located in Kyoto and within 500 metres of Sanjusangen-do Temple, Kyo-Anthu Inn features a garden, soundproof rooms, and free WiFi.

S
Sergio José
From
Spain
Our stay at Kyo Anthu Inn was wonderful! Emiko and her family were amazing, Emiko made us feel comfortable at all times and ensured everything was perfect for us. The breakfast was also fantastic. We truly appreciated her kindness and attention to detail. Highly recommended!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 238 reviews
Price from
US$113.96
1 night, 2 adults

Family Inn Kei 慶

Minami Ward, Kyoto

Family Inn Kei 慶 features accommodation within 3.2 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with an oven, a microwave and a toaster.

P
Patrizia Postal
From
Italy
If i could give them more than 10 i would say 100. The room is pretty simple, nothing that fancy or expensive but the owners are so kind and welcoming. They were super kind and helpful, the whole stay at the inn was more than awesome. The best hotel of my stay in Japan
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 503 reviews
Price from
US$83.53
1 night, 2 adults

Guesthouse Raku

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Located in the centre of Kyoto, 500 metres from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 1.9 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Guesthouse Raku offers free WiFi and air conditioning.

S
Shelby
From
Australia
Was very spacious for our family of 5. Had everything we needed. Short walk to a Metro station and bus stop - so easy to get around. Nice and clean. Staff were lovely and they were happy to store our luggage on checkout day as we had things booked in before our train out of Kyoto. Would definitely book this again if I travel back to Kyoto.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 242 reviews
Price from
US$147.63
1 night, 2 adults

Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only)

Nakagyo Ward, Kyoto

Set in Kyoto, less than 1 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.5 km from the centre, Woman Only Guesthouse Nanohana (Female only) offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared lounge.

T
Taylor
From
United Kingdom
Really friendly staff !! Great location to explore Kyoto right 2 min walk from nishiki market and lots of shops and 10 min trains to lots of famous tourist sites . Room was clean and comfortable along with all facilities !!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 540 reviews
Price from
US$53.10
1 night, 2 adults

Kyoto Gion No Yado

Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto

Located within 500 metres of Gion Shijo Station and 500 metres of Samurai Kembu Kyoto, Kyoto Gion No Yado features rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Kyoto.

P
Patricia
From
United Kingdom
Staying in this house was a great experience. The house was lovely, in a very central and beautiful location and had all you needed. Perfect place for a full Kyoto experience.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 106 reviews
Price from
US$203.65
1 night, 2 adults

RokuRoku

Sakyo Ward, Kyoto

Situated conveniently in the Sakyo Ward district of Kyoto, RokuRoku is set less than 1 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, a 19-minute walk from Heian Shrine and 2.2 km from Shoren-in Temple.

J
Juliette
From
France
Very great location close to the philosoph's path Nice rooms, nice staff We enjoyed that we could freely borrow bikes, it made our stay in Kyoto much easier !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 393 reviews
Price from
US$75.11
1 night, 2 adults
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Travellers on a budget looking to experience a place like a local will enjoy homestays. This simple accommodation is in a private home, where the host also lives. All facilities are shared and in most cases breakfast is included.

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Enjoy breakfast in Kyoto and nearby

Gallery Nozawa Inn

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.8
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 394 reviews

Gallery Nozawa Inn offers accommodation in Kyoto, 25 minutes on foot from JR Kyoto Station. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Every room includes a flat-screen TV and air conditioning.

From US$163.18 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews

With quiet street views, 京都 Ayanishiki 島原大門邸 has accommodation with a kitchenette set in Kyoto. It is situated 2.1 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and offers full-day security.

From US$90.07 per night

B&B Hachi

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 69 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 1.8 km from Kyoto Station and 1.7 km from the centre, B&B Hachi provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$154.63 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 4 reviews

In the heart of Kyoto, 京都缘屋九条店kyoto-Enishiya guesthouse kujo NEW OPEN 新开业免费西式早餐 has city views from the terrace. This homestay offers air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.

From US$259.27 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 368 reviews

Kyoto style small inn Iru, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Kyoto, 1.3 km from Heian Shrine, 1.8 km from Eikan-do Zenrin-ji Temple, as well as 1.9 km from Samurai Kembu Kyoto.

Guest House Kingyoya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

Guest House Kingyoya is set in the Kamigyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.7 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple, 2.4 km from Kyoto Imperial Palace and 2.9 km from Nijo Castle.

Guest House Koiya

Kyoto
Breakfast options
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 297 reviews

Offering garden views, Guest House Koiya is an accommodation set in Kyoto, 2.5 km from Kinkaku-ji Temple and 2.8 km from Kitano Tenmangu Shrine.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 5.7
Passable - What previous guests thought, 3 reviews

Set in the heart of Kyoto, 700 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, Kyoyado Heianshiki - Vacation STAY 00358v offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi and a TV.

Great access to the city centre. Check these homestays in Kyoto and nearby

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 68 reviews

Located in Kyoto, 800 metres from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and 500 metres from the centre, Kyoto Guesthouse Oyado Kei provides air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a shared...

Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.7
Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 6 reviews

Ideally situated in a central area of Kyoto, 古月居 Koduki House京都四条 is a recently renovated guest house, offering free WiFi and private parking.

Kyoyado Heianshiki

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 12 reviews

Right in the centre of Kyoto, set within a short distance of Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall and Kyoto Station, Kyoyado Heianshiki offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such...

Étoile Shijo Omiya

Kyoto
Central location
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 32 reviews

Étoile Shijo Omiya provides accommodation within 600 metres of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchenette with a microwave, a fridge and kitchenware.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.3
Good - What previous guests thought, 141 reviews

Featuring kimono and tea ceremony experiences, the completely non-smoking Ikoi-no-Ie Guesthouse is 1 km from JR Kyoto Train Station.

From US$89.75 per night
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.8
Good - What previous guests thought, 75 reviews

古都庵 Japanese Town house features accommodation within 1.5 km of the centre of Kyoto, with free WiFi, and a kitchen with a microwave, a toaster and a fridge.

Scored out of 10, guest rating 1.0
Bad - What previous guests thought, 1 review

Kirakusou - Vacation STAY 27110v is located in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 2.3 km from Nijo Castle, 3.2 km from Kyoto International Manga Museum and 3.3 km from Kyoto Station.

From US$171.26 per night

Located less than 1 km from Nijo Castle and a 16-minute walk from Kyoto International Manga Museum in the centre of Kyoto, Nijo Yurakuan - Vacation STAY 07886v provides accommodation with free WiFi...

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Guest Inn Chita

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 943 reviews

Guest Inn Chita is a 5-minute walk from Higashi Hongan-ji Temple and Gojo Subway Station. It offers Japanese-style accommodation with free Wi-Fi.

GuestHouse MIYABI

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
Very good - What previous guests thought, 374 reviews

GuestHouse MIYABI is set in the Nakagyo Ward district of Kyoto, 1.1 km from Kyoto Shigaku Kaikan Conference Hall, 1.6 km from Gion Shijo Station and 1.9 km from Nijo Castle.

From US$179.38 per night

lulu

Shimo-dachiyuuridōri
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 28 reviews

Set in Shimo-dachiyuuridōri, 1 km from Nijo Castle and less than 1 km from the centre, lulu offers air-conditioned accommodation with free WiFi, and a garden.

From US$97.13 per night

伊香詰所

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 45 reviews

In the Shimogyo Ward district of Kyoto, close to Kyoto Station, 伊香詰所 has free WiFi and a washing machine. It is situated 1.4 km from Sanjusangen-do Temple and features luggage storage space.

From US$99.07 per night

Kyoto Hana Hostel

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 2,563 reviews

Just a 5-minute walk from JR Kyoto Train Station, Hana Hostel offers basic accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a lounge. Both private and shared rooms are available.

From US$110.08 per night

Hostel Ayame

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 285 reviews

Located just a minute's walk from Nanajo Senbon bus stop and a 5-minute walk from JR Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station. Hostel Ayame is a guest house in Shimogyo Ward of Kyoto.

Guesthouse Yululu

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.9
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 199 reviews

Guesthouse Yululu features accommodation situated 1.2 km from the centre of Kyoto and offers a terrace and a shared lounge.

杉ー着物の宿

Kyoto
Budget options available
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
Very good - What previous guests thought, 188 reviews

杉ー着物の宿 is a recently renovated homestay in the centre of Kyoto, 1.3 km from TKP Garden City Kyoto and 1.2 km from Gion Shijo Station.

From US$147.63 per night

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Avg. price/night: US$90.07
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 94 reviews
The atmosphere felt like a real traditional japanese home, in this quiet neighborhood one can get immersed with the locals. Onsen directly on the corner, ticket is included with the booking.
Guest review by
Daniel Balint
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